Actor Hugh Grant's appearance at Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's recent wedding ceremony at Madison Square Garden sparked confusion among fans, with many questioning the British actor's inclusion on the guest list. However, Swift and Grant have maintained a friendship for approximately two years.
The connection between Swift and Grant began in June 2024 when Grant attended Swift's Eras Tour show at Wembley Stadium in London with his wife, Anna Eberstein, and one of their daughters. Following the concert, Grant posted on X, formerly Twitter, expressing his admiration for Swift's performance, her team, and Kelce, whom he referred to as her "excellent if gigantic boyfriend." He also humorously noted the positive experience for his "thrilled 8 year old."
Swift responded to Grant's post, stating, "As a long time Hugh Grant stan this tweet is very important to my culture." The interaction highlighted a mutual appreciation between the two.
Further details about their acquaintance emerged when Swift recounted an anecdote on "Late Night with Seth Meyers." She explained that Kelce would often socialize with celebrity guests in a VIP tent during the Eras Tour and share post-show insights with her. During one such occasion in London, Kelce met Grant and his wife. In a humorous misunderstanding, Kelce mistook Anna Eberstein for director Greta Gerwig, whom he greatly admires. Kelce mentioned complimenting Eberstein on her work in "Barbie," only to later realize through Swift's phone that he had been speaking to Grant's wife, not Gerwig.
Despite the amusing mix-up, Eberstein attended the wedding with Grant, dressed in a black and red halterneck dress, while Grant wore a tuxedo. The couple appeared to enjoy the festivities, which took place at the New York venue attended by approximately 1,000 guests. Swift and Kelce's wedding was revealed through video advertisements displayed at Madison Square Garden. The ceremony was officiated by Adam Sandler, and guests included notable figures like Julia Roberts and Paul McCartney, who performed during the reception.